New App Lets You Turn On/Off Your Credit Card for Security

Could this be the ultimate in payment security? A new app from Ondot Systems, not yet publicly available, will let card holders flick a virtual switch to activate their credit or debit card just before use, and then immediately turn it off. Wow! You can even restrict where the card can be used, and set dollar limits. [Story via ConsumerReporters.net] See a video demonstration there as well.

The Tricks to Traveling Cheaply

Some new sites and new airlines can help you cut the cost of vacation travel. And if you skip staying in a hotel and choose a smart alternative, you can save even more. Here are the specifics.

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Best/Worst Things to Buy in May

A new month brings with it new deals, but you may have wait until Memorial Day weekend to get some of the best bargains. In addition to deals mentioned in this story, look for gardening deals all month. For example, Lowe's is running a Black Friday sale through May 12 with mulch on sale for $2 a bag.

Buy One Movie Ticket, Get One Free

The annual Visa Signature card promotion with Fandango has begun. Through August 8, when you buy one Fandango movie ticket using a Visa Signature card (not regular Visa card) at their special site, you get a free ticket worth up to $19.50 and any Fandango fee is absorbed by the available discount. You may only get one free ticket per 30 day period. Tickets must be purchased and used only a Friday.